The gang digs into the turmoil surrounding ActBlue, the Democratic fundraising powerhouse, as a wave of high-level resignations sparks questions about its stability. With billions raised for candidates and causes, the team debates whether recent accusations of financial misconduct hold any weight or if this is just another partisan attack.

Then, they turn to SXSW, where the once-iconic festival struggles to regain its pre-pandemic buzz. With Michelle Obama’s podcast panel headlining and startup culture shifting elsewhere, they ask: Has SXSW lost its edge, or is it still a must-attend event?

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro and Dating Apps

00:16:37 - ActBlue

00:54:27 - SXSW

01:06:32 - Listener Emails

01:44:16 - Closing Thoughts and Outro

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The gang discusses the latest turbulence between the U.S. and Ukraine, breaking down the tense Oval Office meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy that led to a suspension of U.S. military aid. With European leaders scrambling to respond, the crew debates what this means for Ukraine's security and the broader geopolitical landscape.

Then, the conversation shifts to the rise of "California Sober," a lifestyle trend ditching alcohol in favor of psychedelics. With "sober curious" events growing in popularity and former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy linking alcohol to cancer risks, they explore whether this approach is just a passing fad or the future of social substance use.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro and Trump's Joint Congressional Address

00:19:06 - What's Going On with Ukraine

01:00:20 - California Sober

01:17:23 - Listener Emails

01:39:00 - Closing Thoughts and Outro

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The gang discusses Elon Musk's request for federal employees to submit an email to their manager discussing five things they did throughout their work week or be fired. After talking about DOGE, the conversation turns to Pope Francis' health and the influence of the papacy on contemporary issues.

Chapters

1. Intro - 00:00:00

2. Otamatone - 00:05:05

3. Eric Adams' Campaign - 00:09:27

4. White House Correspondents' Association - 00:18:27

5. Washington Post Opinion Board - 00:26:07

6. Elon Musk's "5 Things" Email - 00:28:47

7. The Modern Influence of the Pope - 00:59:16

8. Listener Emails - 01:15:34

9. Outro - 1:47:55

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The gang discusses New York Governor Kathy Hochul potentially removing NYC Mayor Eric Adams from office following corruption allegations and the recent 50th anniversary special of SNL.

Chapters

1. Intro - 00:00:00

2. Eric Adams vs. Kathy Hochul - 00:17:08

3. SNL's 50th Anniversary - 00:56:29

4. Listener Emails - 01:13:53

5. Plugs and Outro - 01:28:41

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The gang discuss a range of topics, starting with Nancy Mace's hour-long speech on the House floor where she accused her ex-fiancé and his associates of heinous crimes against women, including non-consensual recordings and sexual misconduct. They debate the appropriateness of using the House floor for such allegations and the potential political motivations behind Mace's actions. The conversation then shifts to a new AI website called Death Clock, which predicts users' death dates and causes based on personal data. Find out how Justin dies!

Chapters

1. Introduction and Banter - 00:00:00

2. Nancy Mace's House Floor Speech - 00:10:33

3. AI Death Clock - 00:41:31

4. Listener Emails - 01:00:00

5. Plugs and Outro - 01:18:32

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The gang discusses the concept of a United States Sovereign Wealth Fund to buy TikTok. What could go wrong? Also, do Super Bowl ads matter anymore?

Chapters

05:55 Trump's Gaza Musings and Political Implications

12:10 Doge and the Sovereign Wealth Fund Discussion

34:31 Exploring Gay Culture and Identity

35:48 The Concept of Sovereign Wealth Funds

01:10:54 The Changing Landscape of Super Bowl Commercials

01:23:50 The Complexity of Nationalism and Boycotts

01:25:51 Bridging Political Divides: The Importance of Dialogue

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The gang discusses the stand off between Donald Trump and the Colombian president over migrant repatriation flights. Also, why are people talking about Justin Baldoni vs. Blake Lively?

Chapters

00:00 The Search for Classic Shows

12:06 Political Dynamics in Colombia

46:06 Hollywood Gossip and Reputation Management

01:19:02 Closing Thoughts and Future Predictions

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RECORDED LIVE IN WASHINGTON DC ON JANUARY 19th

The gang discusses TikTok going dark only to re-emerge. Also, Trump's Inauguration Ceremony was moved indoors and there are a bunch of conspiracy theories about it.

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